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"Surge in Psychedelic Mushroom Seizures Reflects Growing U.S. Demand"

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Source: The New York Times
"Surge in Psychedelic Mushroom Seizures Reflects Growing U.S. Demand"
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Seizures of psychedelic mushrooms in the U.S. have surged, with law enforcement confiscating 844 kilos of psilocybin-containing mushrooms in 2022, a 273% increase from 2017, reflecting a growing demand for the illegal substance. While some studies suggest their potential therapeutic benefits for conditions like depression, experts caution that the market is outpacing scientific research, leading to concerns about self-medication and unsubstantiated health claims.

Topics:health#drug-abuse#health#law-enforcement#mental-health#psychedelic-mushrooms#therapy
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